What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
What Grandparents Need to Know About Burn Prevention
Learn how to keep your grandchild safe from accidental burns during Burn Awareness Week. Get tips for the kitchen, bathroom, and other areas of the house, as well as outside. Don't let your grandchild experience the pain of a burn. Check out New Grandparent Essentials for more valuable safety tips. #NBAW
Are Baby Walkers Unsafe?
Learn about the dangers of baby walkers and why they are banned in Canada. Discover the numerous injuries that can occur, including burns and poisonings, and how walkers can delay motor and mental development. Get tips on how to talk to your adult children about the risks and make informed decisions as a grandparent.
Welcome to the Grandparent’s Club
Welcome to the Grandparents’ Club! This tongue-in-cheek blog post provides new grandparents with everything they need to know to become a valued member of this privileged club. From eligibility to benefits, privileges to rules and structure, we’ve covered it! Don't skip the new member orientation to avoid hurt feelings, misunderstandings, and drama. Read on to find out more.
When Grandparents Give Too Many Gifts
Most grandparents give too many gifts for the best possible reason: love. But there are real consequences for parents, for grandchildren, and for grandparents themselves—and most families never have the conversation that would fix it.
An Ounce of Prevention
How to keep your grandchildren safe is one of the most important things for grandparents to think about. This blog post by safety expert Gail Gould will remind you what you need to consider to keep your grandkids safe from avoidable accidents and injuries. Read on to find out what you can do.
What Parents Wish Grandparents Knew
Discover what parents really want from grandparents beyond baby clothes and fancy toys in this informative blog post. Learn about the qualities and actions that parents value, such as being a supportive partner, passing on family traditions, and respecting boundaries. Find out how to avoid potential pitfalls and create an open, supportive partnership with your children as they raise their own kids.